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Diplomatic medal of the States-General of the United Provinces of Holland given to John Adams

Diplomatic medal of the States-General of the United Provinces of Holland given to John Adams Gold medal

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    Gold medal, circa 1788

    67mm


    [ This description is from the project: Object of History, 2013 Exhibit ]

    Medal presented by the States-General to John Adams in 1788 to commemorate his service as the United States' first Envoy to Holland. This medal is believed to be the only known 18th century diplomatic medal presented to a United States minister.